Registered Nurse (RN) - Med-Surg - West Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health invites applications for a Registered Nurse (RN) - Med-Surg at West Hospital. The role emphasizes delivering exceptional nursing care and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to monitor patient status and outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in nursing (preferred), at least 1 year of RN experience, and valid RN licensure. The organization offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development in a faith‑based health system.

Qualifications

• One year of RN experience (required).
• Six months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred).
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• BLS required or preferred; ACLS acceptable in lieu of BLS.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Collect vital signs, administer IV medications, monitor patient condition.
• Evaluate, update and revise plan of care to achieve outcomes.
• Administer medications safely per state scope and Mercy Health policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

About Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med-Surg - West Hospital

Job Summary

The Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:

• Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status
• Providing care to patients with medical and surgical diagnoses
• Implementing clinical nursing interventions
• Having a highly diverse medical skillset
• Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes
• Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Collect vital signs, administer IV medications, understand charting and assess patient condition
• Evaluate, update and revise plan of care to facilitate achievement of planned and expected outcomes
• Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Mercy Health policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Work Experience

• One year of RN experience (required)
• Six months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support acceptable in lieu of BLS)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.